Rothamsted Farm Barns

Scope of Works:

Mackin was instructed by T&B Contractors to carry out a demolition and bulk dig of an old grain store. Laying foundations for a new grain store to be built on the same location.  

Description:

The demolition of the building proved tricky due to the age and presence of asbestos. Reduce level dig across site internally and externally; We carried out extensive excavation for laying drainage network; laid sub-base and reinforced concrete slab. A concrete pump was used to pour the foundations.

Groundworks involved excavating and relaying external landscaping with gravel; installation of a drainage system connecting to existing network. Works also involved remodelling a footpath; added a bollard protection system and installation of a water storage tank.

Challenges:

• Working adjacent to a ‘live’ working farm with restricted access,
• Farm animals present,
• Wild mammals & rodents,
• Maintaining site safety at all times,
• Overhead powerlines.

Outcome:

Project delivered on time with a successful handover to T&B Contractors.